The Original Neutral Palette That Started The Trend - Urban Decay Naked

The astounding success of Urban Decay's series of eyeshadow palettes known as Naked, Naked 2, and newly-released Naked 3 is my inspiration for today.  Paying homage to the grand-daddy of the neutral eyeshadow palette trend, I decided to do a beautiful holiday smokey eye with a pop of gold glitter, paired with a ultra pale and shimmery nude lip. The face for today is model and dear friend, Alina. You can find her on Instagram and Twitter @glamourina89

We always have a lot of fun when we get together and this time was no exception.  She loves dramatic makeup and this look suits her perfectly.

I love Urban Decay shadows and the original Naked palette is no exception.  You get 12 gorgeous, pigmented, super-blendable shades. The texture is so silky. Based on my adoration for Naked and Naked 2, I have every intention of purchasing Naked 3 when it's on the shelves of my local Sephora.

The nitty gritty...here's how I got this look:

Eyes:
Lid primed with Maybelline Color Tattoo in Asphalt
From UD Naked:
Lid - Gunmetal
Center lid - Half Baked
Inner Corner - Sin
Outer Corner - Creep
Crease - Naked and Buck
Highlight - Virgin
Center of lid: MAC Reflects Gold Glitter
Liner - Vasanti Extreme Kajal in Black
Winged upper liner: Clarins Instant Liner in Black

Brows:
Anastasia Brow Wiz Brunette

Face:
Clarins Ever Matte Foundation
Clarins Instant Concealer
Maybelline Fit Me Stick Foundation in Toffee to contour
Clarins Illuminating Cheek Color blush in Lovely Rose 01
Mac Soft and Gentle MSF

Lips:
Hourglass lipstick in Edition
Mac Lipgelee in Luxure (Limited Edition), Dazzleglass in Baby Sparks is a good alternative

Let me know what you think of the Naked palettes. Do you own Naked 3 or plan on purchasing?

Try this look out for a Holiday night out. But be warned. You will be the centre of attention!

V xx